Due Tomorrow (Important)

Tomorrow is the deadline for having your textbook, portfolio and one inch binder. I will be checking them in class. IMPORTANT that you bring everything to class.

Scholarship a Class

Only two or three students did their assignments. Remember, you need to turn in one scholarship each class even if I gave it to you. It must be a scholarship for which you meet the eligibility requirements.

For Students in All Classes

Supplies Checklist

Being a top student starts with establishing good study skills; having an appropriate place to study and having the proper supplies. Although each student will have individual preferences, the following list of materials and tools have proven invaluable in preparing papers and maintaining study materials in an organized fashion.

Textbooks /Pencil Case/
College Handbook/ Eraser
Dictionary/ Extra Staples/
Thesaurus/ Glue Stick/
Index Cards/ Highlighters/
Card Box/Envelope/ Paper Clips/
Folders/ Paper Punch/
Labels/ Pencils #2 /
Notebooks/ Pencil Sharpener /
Yearly Planner/ Post-its/
Daily Planner/ Rubber Bands/
Daily Planner/ Ruler /
Audio Recorder/ Scissors /
Stapler/ Staple Remover/
White Out/ Staple Remover/
Blue Books/ Scantron Answer Sheets/
Computer/ Flash Drives/
Black Pen/ Colored Pens/
Book Bag/ Printer /
Calculator/ Paper for Printer /
Clipboard

FAFSA

For those of you who haven't applied for FAFSA, please do so as soon as possible. Remember, even if you don't qualify, you need to apply. Most scholarship applications will want a copy of your SAR's report (student aid report) as part of your scholarship application.

Sallie Mae Resources

Please google SALLIE MAE SCHOLARSHIP SEARCH for potential scholarships. Become familiar with Sallie Mae and what it has to offer.

Letters of Recommendation

Please start working on your request for letters of recommedation. Here is a checklist:
1. Select at least three people.
2. Make requests in person. (Do you feel comfortable writing a wonderful letter in my behalf?)
3. Write a formal letter with the request. See sample in downloads on my website-- findingmoneyforcollege.com
4. Complete your personal data form--my website (downloads).
5. Complete your scholarship resume form--my website (downloads).
6. Printout a copy of "Guidelines for Writing Letter of Recommendation".
7. Once you have a personal essay, include it in the packet.
8. You'll need two white envelopes (8 1/2 X 11).
9. Give a deadline--two weeks is adequate.
10. Be prepared to frequently check on the status of your recommendation.
11. Once you receive your recommendation, send a thank you note or letter.
12. Go the extra step and include a bookmark, post-its or even a candy bar in your
thank you. Show your appreciation in some way, but don't go overboard.

Please stay on track and avoid being overwhelmed.

Real Simple Contest

How is your application for the contest coming along? Remember that September 15th is the deadline. If you haven't located it yet, please access through Google and type in Real Simple Magazine Contest. Be sure to keep a copy before you submit it. This is a great opportunity to win $3000. Good luck.